Recreation Events and Activities
Labyrinth Project under Proposal to the Resort Improvement District
The Shelter Cove Arts & Recreation Foundation (SCARF) has submitted a proposal to the Resort Improvement District, (RID) to install a Labyrinth in the Greenbelt Area on Upper Pacific near the SCARF Nature Trail. This project was brought to the SCARF Board from several residents over the past year who wanted to see it become a reality.
A labyrinth is a circular path that is used for meditative purposes. It is not a maze. There is no noise associated with them. A labyrinth is where you go to find answers and a path to the future. Labyrinths are found throughout the world, and it is common for people to search out labyrinths. In fact, there are labyrinths in Eureka, Arcata, Garberville, and Santa Rosa. They are located in some State Parks and even some schools. There are over 400 in California.
In February, the SCARF Board approved the project. In March, SCARF submitted a proposal for approval of the project to the RID Board. In April, the proposal was on the RID agenda to discuss the details, outlining specifications, desired location, pictures, etc. The proposal was well received, and it will be on the May agenda for further review and perhaps approval. If approved the building of the labyrinth could begin this summer.
We are hoping to get assistance from the community for this project. We will be seeking volunteers and of course we will do some fund raising, but SCARF already has the majority of funding already in hand. We believe this will be a positive addition to our wonderful community and hope you agree.
This is the proposal submitted to the RID Board and we welcome any suggestions or advice.
The Children's Garden and Playground
Why Build a Children's Garden?
The flower garden at the entrance to the Shelter Cove Community Clubhouse is maintained by volunteers Mary Ellen Freed and Linda Franklin. Linda was going to work in the garden one morning and found young children running through the garden playing follow the leader. They were having fun, but some of the plants were being trampled, and it occurred to her that there was a need for a place where children could run and play, so she started sketching such a place - a garden designed with children in mind.
The Shelter Cove Arts and Recreation Foundation is proud to have worked with the Shelter Cove Resort Improvement District to provide this recreational opportunity for the community. The garden is an octagon shape with flower beds around the perimeter, an obstacle course with stepping stones, balance beams, upright log rounds, hopscotch, planter boxes for vegetables and berries, and a child size table and benches in the center.
In addition to community cash donors, and volunteers who helped turn Linda's idea into reality, we want to thank the following business who provided sponsorship - Redway Feed and Garden for providing all the potting soil for the raised beds, Whitethorn Construction, Dazey's Supply, Sylvandale Gardens, and Schmidtbauer Lumber for giving us generous discounts on the materials and supplies to build the garden project.
Labyrinth Project under Proposal to the Resort Improvement District
The Shelter Cove Arts & Recreation Foundation (SCARF) has submitted a proposal to the Resort Improvement District, (RID) to install a Labyrinth in the Greenbelt Area on Upper Pacific near the SCARF Nature Trail. This project was brought to the SCARF Board from several residents over the past year who wanted to see it become a reality.
A labyrinth is a circular path that is used for meditative purposes. It is not a maze. There is no noise associated with them. A labyrinth is where you go to find answers and a path to the future. Labyrinths are found throughout the world, and it is common for people to search out labyrinths. In fact, there are labyrinths in Eureka, Arcata, Garberville, and Santa Rosa. They are located in some State Parks and even some schools. There are over 400 in California.
In February, the SCARF Board approved the project. In March, SCARF submitted a proposal for approval of the project to the RID Board. In April, the proposal was on the RID agenda to discuss the details, outlining specifications, desired location, pictures, etc. The proposal was well received, and it will be on the May agenda for further review and perhaps approval. If approved the building of the labyrinth could begin this summer.
We are hoping to get assistance from the community for this project. We will be seeking volunteers and of course we will do some fund raising, but SCARF already has the majority of funding already in hand. We believe this will be a positive addition to our wonderful community and hope you agree.
This is the proposal submitted to the RID Board and we welcome any suggestions or advice.
The Children's Garden and Playground
Why Build a Children's Garden?
The flower garden at the entrance to the Shelter Cove Community Clubhouse is maintained by volunteers Mary Ellen Freed and Linda Franklin. Linda was going to work in the garden one morning and found young children running through the garden playing follow the leader. They were having fun, but some of the plants were being trampled, and it occurred to her that there was a need for a place where children could run and play, so she started sketching such a place - a garden designed with children in mind.
The Shelter Cove Arts and Recreation Foundation is proud to have worked with the Shelter Cove Resort Improvement District to provide this recreational opportunity for the community. The garden is an octagon shape with flower beds around the perimeter, an obstacle course with stepping stones, balance beams, upright log rounds, hopscotch, planter boxes for vegetables and berries, and a child size table and benches in the center.
In addition to community cash donors, and volunteers who helped turn Linda's idea into reality, we want to thank the following business who provided sponsorship - Redway Feed and Garden for providing all the potting soil for the raised beds, Whitethorn Construction, Dazey's Supply, Sylvandale Gardens, and Schmidtbauer Lumber for giving us generous discounts on the materials and supplies to build the garden project.
Softball-Baseball Field
Allie Bauer the is the lead for all ball field related activities. Allie has been instrumental in making the field a safe and gopher free zone, with help from Bill Franklin's grading skills, and she would like to see the field come alive, and be used for activities of common interest to the community.
If you are interested in helping with the field, or offering a class down at the field, please let Allie know - workouts, yoga, Tai Chi, kickball, pickup soccer games, ball games, and ultimate frisbee are some suggestions. All ages are welcome.
Allie has a Tuesday afternoon workouts at the SCARF Softball field, starting around 3:00 pm. Everyone is welcome to come by and get some exercise.
Allie Bauer the is the lead for all ball field related activities. Allie has been instrumental in making the field a safe and gopher free zone, with help from Bill Franklin's grading skills, and she would like to see the field come alive, and be used for activities of common interest to the community.
If you are interested in helping with the field, or offering a class down at the field, please let Allie know - workouts, yoga, Tai Chi, kickball, pickup soccer games, ball games, and ultimate frisbee are some suggestions. All ages are welcome.
Allie has a Tuesday afternoon workouts at the SCARF Softball field, starting around 3:00 pm. Everyone is welcome to come by and get some exercise.
Nature Hikes
Download this Nature Trail flyer and head out and enjoy the peace and beauty that these Shelter Cove trails provide - you won't be disappointed! In 2020, 51 new signs identifying plants and trees were added to the SCARF Nature Trail, and the Bill Franklin Nature Trail. Several new benches were also added to the trails. Download these plant identification flyers before you head out to walk the nature trails.
SCARF Nature Trail Plant Guide
Bill Franklin Nature Trail Plant Guide
Download this Nature Trail flyer and head out and enjoy the peace and beauty that these Shelter Cove trails provide - you won't be disappointed! In 2020, 51 new signs identifying plants and trees were added to the SCARF Nature Trail, and the Bill Franklin Nature Trail. Several new benches were also added to the trails. Download these plant identification flyers before you head out to walk the nature trails.
SCARF Nature Trail Plant Guide
Bill Franklin Nature Trail Plant Guide
